Orange County, CA
HIGHLIGHTS Unbroker FairVal™: $238,340 Established: 25+ Years Gross Sales (2023): $1,029,713 SDE: $88,155 Inventory (Not Included in Price): $350,000 Equipment Included: $1,649 Home-Based &...
$172,300
Cash Flow: $88,155
Orange County, CA
HIGHLIGHTS Unbroker FairVal™: $238,340 Established: 25+ Years Gross Sales (2023): $1,029,713 SDE: $88,155 Inventory (Not Included in Price): $350,000 Equipment Included: $1,649 Home-Based &...
$172,300
Cash Flow: $88,155

San Diego County, CA
This is an established B2B service provider located in San Diego County. Opened in 2008, the location has built an excellent reputation for quality and service. This business has multiple revenue...
$140,000
Rowland Heights, CA
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to acquire a profitable and well-established restaurant located in the busiest and most sought-after dining destination in Rowland Heights — Diamond Plaza. This...
$300,000
Modesto, CA
Location: Modesto, CA 95356 Size: 1,600 sq. ft. | Seating Capacity: 32 Monthly Rent: $4442 (below market average) Lease: 5 years remaining Price: $250,000 Highlights: * Located in a busy shopping...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
San Mateo County, CA
Available by appointment Sundays 5pm-10pm ONLY Do Not Disturb Employees or Business During Operation Located Next to YouTube and Walmart Corporate Headquarters in the Bay Hill Shopping Center New...
$249,000
Newport Beach, CA
Well-established UPS Store franchise in Orange County for more than 40 years. Located in the beautiful affluent beachside city of Corona del Mar, on Pacific Coast Hwy nestled between Newport Beach and...
$775,000
California
This established B2B California-based service company has been operating for over 30 years with a reputation for reliability, expertise, and repeat clientele. The company generates consistent revenue...
$950,000
Cash Flow: $308,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside County, CA
Great opportunity to own an short hours, major busy street location, high visibility, Discount and Liquidation business with Real Estate(Land & Building). Location on a major busy street, ensures a...
$900,000
Cash Flow: $174,000
Downey, CA
This might be the only opportunity for someone to be part of our franchise. We’re the #1 claw machine arcade business nation wide with an extremely large rewards and group following. Many special...
$400,000
Temecula, CA
This is your chance to step into ownership of an established insurance agency with solid foundations, a loyal client base, and strong recurring revenue from steady renewals. With room for growth and...
$200,000
Available Nationwide
STEP ABOVE THE COMPETITION WITH COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES Many of our competitors in the pest control industry offer limited services. At Complete Pest Solutions, we strive to provide a broad set of comprehensive solutions to many different pest control issues. Our technicians are even trained to offer expert solutions to wildlife intrusions and nuisances, something many small pest control companies (and some of the big ones) do not provide.
$100,000
Sonoma County, CA
Well-established and chef-owned, this full-service catering and events company is a beloved fixture in the wine country hospitality scene. Centrally located and based in Sonoma County, the business...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $147,588
Los Angeles, CA
Founded in 2019, this U.S.-based women’s fashion brand embodies a trend-forward, contemporary aesthetic with inclusive sizing from S to 3X, catering primarily to boutique retailers. Renowned for its...
$190,000
Cash Flow: $173,000
$7,995,000
California
San Luis Obispo County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-established and profitable B2B service provider located in northern San Luis Obispo County. The business is widely recognized for its exceptional...
$150,000
Stanislaus County, CA
Indian Pizza Restaurant for Sale Turnkey opportunity to own a well-established, high-demand Pizza Twist franchise in Stanislaus County. This modern, fast-casual restaurant specializes in a unique...
$415,000
Cash Flow: $110,000
Nanda M&AMI, CBI
Acacia Group, Inc.
Serving Santa Clara County, CA
Check out the company website at www.AcaciaGroupInc.com for details of our services.
California
CALIFORNIA COMMERCIAL CANNABIS CULTIVATION OPPORTUNITY Off-Market | $3.5M–$4.5M EBITDA | Excellent Infrastructure | Federal Legalization Potential Apply direct via listing here on BizBuySell >>>...
$21,000,000
Cash Flow: $4,100,000
Sacramento, CA
Motivated seller seeks a quick close on this thriving, well-established massage and facial spa franchise. Located in a high-growth area with strong household income and heavy foot traffic, this spa...
$345,000
Cash Flow: $127,367
Calabasas, CA
Turnkey hyperbaric and regenerative medicine center in Calabasas. This 1,900 sq. ft. facility combines a modern med-spa design with advanced medical technology. Features two medical-grade hard-shell...
$2,000,000
Cash Flow: $540,000
Escondido, CA
We started this business for my wife to stay home with the kids when our 4th daughter was born, she is now 22 and graduating from college. We are a small mom and pop shop with tremendous potential. We...
$130,000
Cash Flow: $65,000
Glendale, CA
TeslaRented.com is a 5-year-old, fully automated Tesla rental and rent-to-own (RTO) business with a proven track record, strong brand recognition, and a loyal customer base. Specializing exclusively...
$259,000
EBITDA: $46,000
Available in California
With nearly 600 centers across North America, AAMCO is actively seeking single and multi-unit franchise owners. AAMCO is known for providing higher quality of service and seeking those who share that commitment. Take advantage of a world-wide brand built on decades of consumer trust and loyalty. The day you open your doors, the community already knows your reputation for reliable, expert automotive care. As the noted leader in transmission repair, you are positioned for success within the lucrative and complex vehicle services industry.
$90,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles County, CA
Own a full-scale coffee business empire ready to operate across mobile, wholesale, and event channels — all in one sale. Mystical Coffee Co. launched in September 2024 and has already generated ~$100K...
$75,000
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a top-performing business brokerage and M&A franchise serving one of the most active and affluent markets in the U.S. With a long-standing track record of...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $511,734
$249,000
San Diego, CA
Bakersfield, CA
Great opportunity to acquire an attractive, 100% absentee owned and 100% employee operated, franchised juice bar in an upscale and desirable community of Bakersfield. Please note, that this juice...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $95,238
Oxnard, CA
The Signal franchise network is dedicated to providing peace of mind to communities and building a profitable, sustainable business. This isn’t just about stepping into revenue, it’s about growing...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $200,000
Los Angeles, CA
This Juice bar offers fresh pressed juice, smoothies, and acai bowls. We use the freshest and healthest ingrediants in all our products. Our cold-pressed juices, smoothies and acai bowls have what it...
$469,000
Cash Flow: $148,512
Los Angeles County, CA
Great Opportunity for an High Gross, High Net, 100% Employee Run, Mexican Restaurant with Full Bar Acquisition. Business is located on a busy street surrounded by a host of businesses and residential...
$900,000
Cash Flow: $360,823
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles County, CA
Great opportunity to own a high gross Circle K Franchise with Real Estate(Land & Building) with ABC (type-20) Beer & Wine license in proximity to Coastal Southern area of Los Angles County. Please...
$2,700,000
Cash Flow: $398,729
Los Angeles County, CA
Auto Body Repair Shop – Short Hours – Low Rent - High Net Great opportunity to acquire and a high net, low rent ,short hours, Auto Body Repair Shop. Business has clean books and records and been...
$495,000
Cash Flow: $248,246
San Bernardino County, CA
Quick Highlights: • High-Margin, Scalable Model – Lean operations, outsourced production. • Made-in-U.S.A. – Premium positioning and compliance advantage. • Proprietary Formulas – Developed over many...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $305,000
Available Nationwide
810 is an upscale bowling, entertainment and dining experience where friends and family gather to be social, friendly competition and great food.
$650,000
San Francisco, CA
Prime Pacific Heights Location | Owner Retiring After 31 Successful Years Incredible opportunity to acquire a well-established liquor store in one of San Francisco's most desirable neighborhoods....
$450,000
Cash Flow: $176,000
San Diego, CA
Here’s everything you need to know about VENDTOYZ: WHAT YOU'RE GETTING $4,500+ monthly cashflow Prime locations with high foot traffic (already secured) High profit margins (low-cost toys, high-value...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
$5,900,000
Westminster, CA
Torrance, CA
Here’s everything you need to know about VENDTOYZ: WHAT YOU'RE GETTING $4,500+ monthly cashflow Prime locations with high foot traffic (already secured) High profit margins (low-cost toys, high-value...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Fillmore, CA
2 gas stations/ convenient stores including real estate (Valero/ circle k) and independent schell-convenient store. Highly profitable businesses...
$9,950,000
Available Nationwide
Thrive with a Recession-Resistant, Essential Service Business Backed by a Proven Business Model
$50,000
Los Angeles, CA
Upscale Day Spa and Med Spa performing Laser Hair Removal Botox®,Juvderm® Family of Fillers Skin Tightening PRP Treatment Microneedling Leg Vein Treatments Kybella® Chin Treatment Hydrafacial® Peels &...
$655,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Santa Clara, CA
BUSINESS AT A GLANCE MONTHLY CASH FLOW: $4,500+ - HIGH PROFIT MARGINS - LOCATIONS: Prime spots with high foot traffic - SUPPORT & TRAINING: Provided for a smooth transition ABOUT THE BUSINESS Want a...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Long Beach, CA
BUSINESS AT A GLANCE MONTHLY CASH FLOW: $4,500+ - HIGH PROFIT MARGINS - LOCATIONS: Prime spots with high foot traffic - SUPPORT & TRAINING: Provided for a smooth transition ABOUT THE BUSINESS Want a...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Los Angeles, CA
BUSINESS AT A GLANCE MONTHLY CASH FLOW: $4,500+ - HIGH PROFIT MARGINS - LOCATIONS: Prime spots with high foot traffic - SUPPORT & TRAINING: Provided for a smooth transition ABOUT THE BUSINESS Want a...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
San Bernardino County, CA
BUSINESS AT A GLANCE ? Monthly Cash Flow: 500% mark up, $4,000+ p/m revenue* ? Premium Locations: Data backed, high foot traffic locations in premium retail spaces ? Fully Managed & Automated: Minimal...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Jeff Similien
Green Life Business Group
Serving San Diego County, CA
We are committed to enhancing the public’s perception of Realtors/Brokers within the Cannabis Industry through continuous education, fully developing our talents, and embracing challenges. Our unwavering dedication to transparency, ethical business practices, and continuous improvement has not only helped us maintain our status as industry leaders but has also positioned us for further growth and recognition. Drew Mathews is the founder of the Nation’s Largest Cannabis Business Brokerage, with Green Life Business being awarded the 2023 Best Business Matchmaker Award at the prestigious Benzinga Cannabis Awards. At Green Life Business Group, Inc., we’re not just about closing deals; we’re about fostering growth, promoting integrity, and leading by example in the Cannabis Industry. Join us as we continue to pave the way forward, shaping the future of cannabis business transactions with expertise, trust, and unmatched dedication.
San Diego County, CA
BUSINESS AT A GLANCE ? Monthly Cash Flow: 500% mark up, $4,000+ p/m revenue* ? Premium Locations: Data backed, high foot traffic locations in premium retail spaces ? Fully Managed & Automated: Minimal...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Pacifica, CA
For the last 9 years I have operated a fun oceanfront whisky Distillery as a hobby on the weekends. In June 2026 the landlord will not be renewing the lease so I am looking to sell. For only $49K you...
$49,000
Cash Flow: $4,000
$50,000
Yolo County, CA
Carlsbad, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a well established Farmers Insurance agency located in beautiful Oceanside, CA. This high-performing agency generates $755,000 in annual revenue and has a strong, loyal...
$2,100,000
Gilroy, CA
Step into ownership of Pour Me Taproom, a profitable, turnkey, community-loved beer bar located in the heart of Gilroy’s growing downtown district. Voted Best of Gilroy three years running (2023,...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Available in California
FACE FOUNDRIÉ is an efficient and effective focused facial bar that provides affordable, approachable and accessible skincare in a modern and inclusive space. The brand launched franchising in 2021 and since then has opened 60+ locations nationwide and is on track to open 150 locations by 2027. The model includes cost effective build-outs, multiple revenue streams, and the ability to scale and grow.
$250,000
San Joaquin County, CA
This 4-year-old sign business is a fully operational, turnkey opportunity with a prime location in a busy retail plaza next to major national brands. The business includes a highly skilled team of...
$240,000
Bakersfield, CA
Golden opportunity to own the leading home cleaning franchise in Bakersfield, California! This established business generates $113K annual cash flow with a fully trained 10-person team already in...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $125,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Well establish Hamburger chain in Southern California and four other surrounding states, most locations also have the Buffalo Express Wings as well. Great opportunity to join the FatBrand Family...
$1,495,000
San Mateo, CA
Your chance to acquire a profitable firearms instruction and retail business with 20+ years of proven success serving the Bay Area market. Business Overview Founded in 1999, this respected firearms...
$325,000
Cash Flow: $134,654
Marin County, CA
Take advantage of a unique chance to own an exclusive business brokerage territory in Marin County—an affluent, business-friendly region just north of San Francisco. Known for its concentration of...
$95,000
Alameda County, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire an established and exclusive business brokerage territory in Alameda County—one of the most dynamic and diverse economic regions in California. This territory...
$95,000
Palm Desert, CA
BUSINESS AT A GLANCE MONTHLY CASH FLOW: $4,500+ - HIGH PROFIT MARGINS - LOCATIONS: Prime spots with high foot traffic - SUPPORT & TRAINING: Provided for a smooth transition ABOUT THE BUSINESS Want a...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Costa Mesa, CA
BUSINESS AT A GLANCE MONTHLY CASH FLOW: $4,500+ - HIGH PROFIT MARGINS - LOCATIONS: Prime spots with high foot traffic - SUPPORT & TRAINING: Provided for a smooth transition ABOUT THE BUSINESS Want a...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Laguna Niguel, CA
Located in Laguna Niguel, California, this semi-automated business specializes in high-performance automotive parts and accessories through a professionally built website. The business lists over...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $45,000
Available in California
One of the fastest-growing juice bar franchises in the United States
$100,000
California is a huge state with a lot of money, so it's naturally a popular destination for businesses. The major industries in California include technology, agriculture, and entertainment, but the private business for sale market spans the gamut of sectors.
If you're looking to buy (or sell) a business in California, it helps to have some context on the market. We have aggregated and summarized the most current listings data to provide a basic overview of the business for sale market in California.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
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Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
|
Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
|
Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
|
Profit Margin |
23% |
|
Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
|
Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Major Metro Areas
More than 80% of all businesses for sale in the state are in the following six metro areas:
How many businesses are listed for sale in California?
There are around 5,400 businesses for sale in California, with listings across various metro areas and statewide.
What types of businesses are for sale?
The marketplace in California is diverse, with all types of businesses in play.
What is the average asking price for these businesses?
The median asking price for businesses listed for sale in California is $360,000.
What is the average revenue of these businesses?
The median reported revenue for these businesses is $630,000.
What is the average seller discretionary earnings?
The median reported earnings, often referred to as Seller Discretionary Earnings (SDE), is $150,000.
What are the average valuation multiples?
Typically, businesses are being listed with an earnings multiple of 2.5 and a revenue multiple of 0.6 when referring to the asking price.
Which cities in California have the most businesses listed for sale?
The cities with the highest number of listings are Los Angeles (approx. 480), San Diego (approx. 250), San Francisco (approx. 220), Sacramento (approx. 140), San Jose (approx. 120), Oakland (approx. 80), Long Beach (approx. 80), Anaheim (approx. 60), and Riverside (approx. 60).
How can California business owners sell their own businesses?
Most business owners will retain an experienced business broker, who will typically charge a 10-15% success fee. Some business owners choose to list their business for sale directly and take on the entire process on their own. This can be a complex and challenging task, requiring an understanding of the market, great marketing skills, and even better negotiating skills.